First dates can be insanely awkward. You're basically hanging out with a total stranger whom you know nothing about, and the goal is to hit it off. Part of the struggle of a first date is figuring out what to talk about. You don't want to bring up any touchy subjects like religion or politics. You also don't want to dive into anything too personal, like family issues or past relationships. So what can you talk about so that you're not sitting there in awkward silence? To help you out, we've got 20 questions that are totally okay to ask on a first date and even some follow-up questions! Check them out below:

Where were you born?

Do you have any siblings? (Are you the oldest/middle/youngest child?)

Where did you go to school? (What did you study/major in?)

Do you have any pets?

What are some of your hobbies?

What is your zodiac sign?

What type of music do you like? (Who are your favorite musicians?)

What type of movies do you like to watch? (What are some of your favorite movies?)

If you could have any career in the world, what would it be?

If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?

Are there any goals you dream of achieving?

Who is your celebrity crush?

Do you enjoy sports at all? (What are your favorite sports teams?)

Do you like traveling? (Where are some places you've traveled to?)

What is your favorite type of food? (What are your favorite restaurants?)